Business college established by remarkable Sister of Mercy
Long before technical education came on the scene in Gunnedah, many well-known local residents gained their business skills at an education centre in the grounds of St Mary’s College. Sister Vincent’s Business College was established by a remarkable Sister of Mercy who pioneered commercial education in Gunnedah and provided a unique pathway for anyone interested in a career that required the skills of typing, shorthand, economics or accountancy. Sr Mary Vincent Egan was a compelling figure in the community as her wonderful work was carried out under the burden of profound deafness. How she was able to achieve such outstanding […]